2005 GMC Canyon vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (390 HP) has 215 more horse power than 2005 GMC Canyon. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 616 kg more than 2005 GMC Canyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Dodge Ram (551 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Canyon. (251 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Canyon | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | GMC | Dodge |
| Model | Canyon | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3569 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
